Banksia baxteri

Bird’s nest banksia thrives in sandy/rocky soils or pots, near coast. Chartreuse flowerheads form from June to December. No phosphorus fertilizer.
Banksia baxteri
height 3–10ft
width 3–6ft
tolerates Coast, Drought, Salt, Wind
water
needs		 Low – Moderate
hardy
to		 26F
exposure Full Sun
indoor
outdoor		 Outdoor
drainage In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix
origin Australia
sunset
zones		 15–17, 20–24

Sunset Zones Map

Outdoor Exposure Guide

Growing Notes

Native to the south coast of Western Australia, this species is especially well-suited to Northern and Central California fog-belt gardens with sandy or otherwise well-drained, low-fertility soils.

Special Interest

Choice cut flowers and foliage.